BMI Calculator (Asian Cut-offs)
Singapore's Health Promotion Board uses lower BMI cut-offs for Asians because health risks rise at lower BMIs. This calculator applies them.
Result
- BMI
- 23.53
- Health risk (HPB Asian cut-offs)
- Moderate risk
How to use the bmi calculator (asian cut-offs)
- Enter the weight (kg).
- Enter the height (cm).
- The results update as you type, or press Calculate.
- Read the bmi first, then the supporting figures below it.
Formula
BMI = weight (kg) ÷ height (m)²; 18.5–22.9 is the healthy range for Asians.
Worked example
For example, with these inputs:
- Weight (kg): 68
- Height (cm): 170
the calculator returns:
- BMI: 23.53
- Health risk (HPB Asian cut-offs): Moderate risk
Background
Energy needs depend on age, sex, size and activity. Formulas such as Mifflin-St Jeor estimate resting needs, and an activity multiplier turns that into daily needs. Real requirements vary by a few hundred calories, so adjust based on how your weight changes over several weeks.
Any health calculator gives a general estimate. If a result worries you, or you are pregnant, managing a chronic condition or planning a big change in diet or exercise, speak to a doctor, polyclinic or dietitian.
Frequently asked questions
How does the bmi calculator (asian cut-offs) work?
It applies this formula: BMI = weight (kg) ÷ height (m)²; 18.5–22.9 is the healthy range for Asians.
Is this a medical assessment?
No. These are general estimates. Speak to a doctor or polyclinic for advice about your health.